Report: Mike Pompeo Secretly Met with Kim Jong-un Over Easter Weekend CIA Director Mike Pompeo, now President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as Secretary of State, secretly traveled to North Korea over Easter weekend to meet with North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un. Full Storyread more

David Hogg Pushing Boycott of Mutual Fund Companies Invested in Gun Manufacturer Stocks Gun control proponent David Hogg is pushing a boycott of mutual fund companies invested in firearm manufacturer stocks. Full Storyread more

Report: Broward County Grew Increasingly Unsafe as Obama-Era Discipline Policies Protected Minority Students A new investigation reveals that while the Broward County schools superintendent and school board are touting fewer arrests of minority students, the most recent state data actually shows the district has the highest rate of weapons-related incidents in South Florida. Full Storyread more

‘DREAMers Are Among Our Best and Brightest:’ Koch Brothers to Push Amnesty with Seven-Figure Ad Campaign Pro-mass immigration GOP megadonor billionaires the Koch brothers are set to release a seven-figure ad campaign to push amnesty for millions of illegal aliens in the United States, just months ahead of the 2018 midterm elections. Full Storyread more

Barbara Bush Quotes: The First Lady’s Best Zingers Barbara Bush, who has died at the age of 92, was a beloved First Lady who was known for her love of family, her love of literacy – and her sharp tongue. The former First Lady’s wit was legendary and as much a part of her persona as her ever-present pearls. The mother and wife of a president – and only the second woman to hold that honor after Abigail Adams – Bush passed away on April 17, 2018. Here are some of the best quotes to…read more

McConnell shuts down bill to protect Mueller (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday thwarted a bipartisan effort to protect special counsel Robert Mueller’s job, saying he will not hold a floor vote on the legislation even if it is approved next week in the Senate Judiciary Committee. McConnell said the bill is unnecessary because President Donald Trump will not fire Mueller. “We’ll not be having this on the floor of the Senate,” McConnell said on Fox News. Full Storyread more

Queen 'hit extremely hard' by the death of her last corgi, Willow The Queen has been left heartbroken after the death of her last corgi. Willow, who was almost 15, was put to sleep at Windsor Castle on Sunday. Full Storyread more

UNHINGED: Professor plays the victim after cheering death of ‘witch’ Barbara Bush First off, don’t worry about Palestinian-American writer Randa Jarrar losing her teaching gig at Fresno State over her comments on the death of Barbara Bush; she wants you to know she’s tenured and makes a lot of money. sweetie i work as a tenured professor. I make 100K a year doing that. i will never be fired. i will always have people wanting to hear what i have to say. even you are one of them!read more

Syria’s Raqqa devastated, ‘de-facto occupied & run by a gang of incompetents’ – Russia’s UN envoy The US and its allies are doing practically nothing to help rebuild Raqqa, which is de-facto occupied, Russia’s UN Ambassador told the UNSC, after a UN representative reported on the mass-scale devastation of the Syrian city. Read Full Article at RT.com Full Storyread more

Melania Trump puts on a brave face as she and the president play host to Japan PM Shinzo Abe President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump put on brave faces and even showed affection while hosting their Japanese counterparts at Mar-a-Lago in Florida on Tuesday. Full Storyread more

Black servicewomen victimized in racist attack are named Capt. Treasure Sharpe and Capt. Stephanie Mitchell are the two women were were the victims of a racist and sexist attack at a Georgia restaurant last week. Full Storyread more

Black Guy Walks Into Starbucks, Calls Them 'Racist,' Demands Free Coffee, Gets It Immediately A comedic genius on Twitter shared video of himself walking into a Starbucks and demanding they give him a free coffee as "reparations" for their "racism." "I heard ya'll was racist, so I came to get my free coffee," Bryan Sharpe, who goes by "Hot... Full Storyread more

Return of the feckless Chick-Fil-A-phobes Move over, Trump Derangement Syndrome. Another unhinged liberal pathology is back: Chick-fil-A-phobia. Perhaps, in the interest of public health, the CDC should launch a weekly C-F-A-P surveillance report to map the recurrence of this culturally infectious disease. Early-onset symptoms include fear of pressure-cooked poultry, allergic reaction to waffle potato fries and an irrational hatred of cow costumes. Anti-Christian prejudice and coastal elitism are common comorbidities associated with this debilitating progressive condition. Ground zero for the latest outbreak? The headquarters of The New Yorker magazine. This week’s issue online features the…read more

PARTY OF SCIENCE: Pro-abortion writer seems unsure how chickens and eggs work We’ve already written once today about Jennifer Wright, political editor at large for Harpers Bazaar, who clarified that abortion is not murder and that “conservatives are ignoring the facts when it comes to the abortion debate.” I wrote for @harpersbazaarus about how no, abortion is not murder. RIP my mentions. https://t.co/eD2dSz8WwO — Jennifer Wright (@JenAshleyWright) April 13, 2018 We had no choice but to revisit her timeline, though, after she spent the day on social media and produced this winner: Anti-abortionists who refuse to…read more

In Memoriam: First Lady Barbara Bush (1925-2018) Former First Lady Barbara Bush passed away on Tuesday at the age of 92, two days after her family spokesman, Jim McGrath, announced that she would seek "comfort care" rather than additional medical treatment for her ailing health. Full Storyread more

Donald Trump: Barbara Bush Had ‘Strong Devotion to Country and Family’ “She will be long remembered for her strong devotion to country and family, both of which she served unfailingly well,” the statement read, offering president and the first lady’s thoughts and prayers with the Bush family. Full Storyread more

PHOTOS: Tammie Jo Shults, Southwest Pilot Hero for Flight 1380 Tammie Jo Shults is the pilot who bravely flew Southwest Airlines Flight 1380 to safety, after an engine came apart during the flight and smashed open a window, nearly sucking a woman out of the plane during the flight. The flight was en route to Dallas Love airport from New York City, and had to make an emergency landing in Philadelphia. Tammie, her co-pilot, and the rest of the crew have rightly been called heroes for staying calmly and safely landing the plan. Here are some…read more

Barbara Bush’s Net Worth: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Barbara Bush, the beloved Bush family matriarch and former First Lady who has died at the age of 92, was a wealthy woman. She left behind a lot more than money, of course: She left behind a legacy of family, literacy, and her sharp wit. Her husband’s office released this statement on April 17, 2018, confirming that Barbara Pierce Bush had died. She was in failing health in the days before her death and had refused medical treatment, in favor of being home with…read more

Marvin Bush, Barbara & George Bush’s Youngest Son: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Marvin Bush, George and Barbara’s youngest son, was born in 1956. Barbara and George had six children together, including another daughter who died at a very young age. All of the Bushes’ children will no doubt miss their mother terribly now that she has passed away at the age of 92. Here’s everything you need to know about Marvin Bush. 1. Marvin Was Named After His Grandfather George Bush Presidential Library and Museum Audiovisual Archive Marvin Bush was named after…read more

Why the Pilgrims were so tough-minded William Brewster William Brewster is portrayed in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda holding an open Bible, in the painting “Embarkation of the Pilgrims.” He is also portrayed in the Rotunda giving thanks to God in the “Frieze of American History” depiction of “The Landing of the Pilgrims.” William Brewster is depicted as representing “religion” in a thematic painting located in the president’s room of the Senate Wing. William Brewster was a leader of the Pilgrim church in England. He was arrested and jailed by Britain’s oppressive government which denied liberty…read more

The irony of abortion: Populations getting too low Russian babies anyone? $8000 a pop Support of the family is “Among Russia’s top priorities” – say what? The times they are a changin’, and Russia is apparently no exception. “Russia had the highest number of abortions per woman of child-bearing age in the world according to UN data as of 2010,” Wikipedia reports. “In terms of the total number, in 2009 China reported that it had over 13 million abortions, out of a population of 1.3 billion, compared to the 1.2 million abortions in Russia, out…read more

Barbara Bush dies at 92 (YAHOO) — Former first lady Barbara Bush, one of only two women in American history to have been both the wife and the mother of a U.S. president, died in her home in Houston on Tuesday at the age of 92. Known for her shock of white hair and trademark pearls, Barbara Bush was quickly branded the nation’s “grandmother in chief” when her husband, President George H.W. Bush, ascended to the White House in 1988. But her matronly appearance and polite disposition concealed a sharp tongue and devilish wit that…read more

The 70th anniversary of Israel's resurrection from the dead How special is it that Israel is commemorating its 70th anniversary as truly the only nation in the world essentially resurrected from the dead after nearly 2,000 years? It’s so special that Israel will observe this momentous event on two separate dates this year – today, April 18, and again next month, May 14. That’s one of the peculiarities of a nation that observes two calendars – one based on the Bible and the other based on the world’s system. I’ve been fascinated with Israel as…read more

Hot take: Starbucks closing for an afternoon will show white people how racism affects them too As Twitchy reported earlier, 8,000 Starbucks stores will close for an afternoon in May to conduct racial-bias education for employees after police arrested two black men at a Philadelphia location. The idea of an afternoon without Starbucks got one man thinking how that will serve as “white penance” and show white people how racism affects them as well. Starbucks is taking away coffee for a day. Maybe NOW white people will see that racism impacts them as well. #ADayWithoutCoffee #WhitePenance…read more

GOP policies killing women? Ridiculous, says research Rep. Keith Ellison The vice chairman of the Democratic National Committee, Keith Ellison, claimed in a vitriolic speech this week that “Women are dying because we are losing elections!” He screamed his opinion at a meeting of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee as part of an attack on the GOP. “We don’t have the right to lose a damn election!” he shouted. Actually, that’s not only irresponsible, it’s wrong, report officials with the pro-life Susan B. Anthony List organization. “Rep. Keith Ellison’s inflammatory comments aren’t just divisive –…read more

Dorothy “Doro” Bush Koch, Barbara & George Bush’s Daughter: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Dorothy Bush Koch, George and Barbara’s only living daughter, was born in 1959 Dorothy has been married twice. Barbara and George had six children together, including another daughter who died at a very young age. Dorothy and Barbara were close, and Doro will no doubt miss her mother terribly now that she has passed away at the age of 92. Here’s everything you need to know about Doro Bush. 1. Dorothy Was Named After Her Grandmother George Bush Presidential…read more

U.S. general on Trump's Syria strike: 'That was outstanding' Tomahawk missile fired at a Syrian air base from the USS Porter April 6, 2017 Retired U.S. Air Force Gen. Tom McInerney is applauding the Trump administration for building a coalition to strike Syria and carrying out a successful attack, but he says solving the long-term challenges there requires collaboration with Russia, and that cannot happen so long as Special Counsel Robert Mueller continues his probe. On Friday night (early Saturday in Syria), the U.S., along with Great Britain and France, fired dozens of missiles at…read more

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Robert Durst's wife was 'afraid' of him before her disappearence Robert Durst, 75, attended a hearing in Los Angeles to determine whether he should go on trial for the killing of Susan Berman back in 2000 and his wife Kathleen - who disappeared in 1982. Full Storyread more

Barbara Bush dies aged 92 two days after falling seriously ill Barbara Bush has died aged 92 two days after falling seriously ill and saying she no longer wanted medical treatment. She was being cared for at her home in Houston, Texas. Full Storyread more

Ohio teen arrested in death of 98-year-old Margaret Douglas A 17-year-old boy from Ohio was arrested for allegedly strangling a 98-year-old woman to death. Margaret Douglas was found dead in her home on April 9. The suspect has been charged with murder. Full Storyread more

‘CHECKMATE’! Kyle Kashuv throws a BIG wrench in David Hogg’s new boycott campaign As Twitchy told you, David Hogg is in for a rude awakening when his latest call for a boycott inevitably backfires. Today, he revealed his new targets to be asset management giants Vanguard and Blackrock. .@davidhogg111, @blackrock owns part of twitter. Time to fully boycott Blackrock and log off Twitter. Bye — Kyle Kashuv (@KyleKashuv) April 17, 2018 Blackrock and Vanguard, as a matter of fact: Well, gosh. That’s embarrassing! pic.twitter.com/WRxTM1Y9LB — jenB (@jbug9969) April 17, 2018 lmao way to do…read more

Rest in peace: Former First Lady Barbara Bush has passed away Sad news this evening, as former First Lady — and feisty spirit — Barbara Bush has passed away: 1. Barbara Bush, literacy advocate, former First and Second Lady, has died at 92. pic.twitter.com/dseGzY7lfT — Yashar Ali (@yashar) April 17, 2018 Statement by the Office of @GeorgeHWBush on the passing of Barbara Pierce Bush this evening at the age of 92. pic.twitter.com/c6JU0xy6Vc — Jim McGrath (@jgm41) April 17, 2018 May she rest in peace. So sad. RIP, Mrs. Bush. https://t.co/BiN1wgPAWW — Mary #FlyTheW (@mchastain81) April…read more

Robin Bush, Barbara & George Bush’s Daughter: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Barbara Bush and her daughter, Robin, in 1953. (George Bush Presidential Library and Museum Audiovisual Archive) Robin Bush was George and Barbara Bush’s oldest daughter. She died of leukemia when she was almost four years old. Her loss left a gaping whole in the couple’s lives — a burden that no parent should ever have to bear. Here’s everything you need to know about Robin Bush. 1. Robin Bush Was Their Second Child George and Barbara with their children George and Robin in…read more

Barbara Bush’s Children: Photos of the Family She Left Behind First Lady Barbara Bush has passed away at the age of 92, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply. She and former President George Bush had six children: Robin Bush, George W. Bush, Jeb Bush, Marvin Bush, Neil Bush, and Dorothy “Doro” Bush. They also have numerous grandchildren. Robin Bush, their oldest child, passed away when she was only three-years-old. The photo above is a portrait of the Bush family in front of their Kennebunkport, Maine home, taken in August 24, 1986. In the…read more

Barbara Bush’s Cause of Death: How Did the First Lady Die? Barbara Bush, the legendary Bush family matriarch, was only the second woman in history to be both the mother and wife of U.S. presidents. She has died at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy of her own, through her championing of literary. She is known for her sharp wit, her loyalty, and her ever-present strand of pearls. https://heavy.com/news/2018/04/barbara-bush-dead-death-dies-died/ What was her cause of death? How did the beloved former First Lady die? Her official cause of death has not yet been release.…read more

How Many Children Did Barbara Bush & George Bush Have? Barbara Bush, the former First Lady and wife to former President George H.W. Bush, has passed away at the age of 92. She and former President George H.W. Bush were married in 1945 and have six children: George Walker Bush, Robin Bush, Jeb Bush, Neil Mallon Bush, Marvin Pierce Bush, and Dorothy Bush Koch. All their children are still living except Robin, who died in 1953. Here’s what you need to know about their children. George & Barbara’s Daughter, Robin Bush, Died in 1953 of Leukemia…read more

David and Darlene Are Divorced Parents as Johnny Galecki Returns to ‘Roseanne’ Johnny Galecki took a break from The Big Bang Theory to return to the reboot of Roseanne, reprising his role of David Healy. That’s right. Darlene and David are back together … Well, not exactly. When the original show first ended, Darlene and David had tied the knot and Darlene gave birth to their first child, a daughter named Harris. David was always the pushover and sensitive one in the relationship, though he was able to soften an abrasive Darlene at times. David…read more

Barbara Bush Dead: A Tribute to the Former First Lady Barbara Bush, the legendary Bush family matriarch, the mother and wife of two presidents, and a beloved woman known for her acerbic wit, fierce loyalty, literacy cause, and ever-present strand of pearls, is dead at the age of 92. Bush’s death was confirmed by the office of her husband, former President George H.W. Bush. Statement by the Office of @GeorgeHWBush on the passing of Barbara Pierce Bush this evening at the age of 92. pic.twitter.com/c6JU0xy6Vc — Jim McGrath (@jgm41) April 17, 2018 Born Barbara Pierce…read more

Something Trump, Putin should collude on Why was it that the Deep State was so eager to tie Donald Trump to an alliance with Vladimir Putin during the 2016 election and more so afterward – actually even making the case that they colluded to defraud the American electorate? Have you ever thought about that question? Was it just that they were desperate to come up with an excuse for Hillary Clinton’s loss? Did they just need to rationalize how a populist, nationalist candidate could defy conventional wisdom and win? Or, was it something else entirely?…read more

Our bombing of Assad: Spiritually uplifting Was it really “Mission Accomplished”? Did it seriously degrade Syria’s chemical warfare capability? Will Russia retaliate? Should Trump have gotten permission from Congress? Will Syria strike with chemicals yet again? If so, what do we do then? May I explain why I’m in no mood to argue any of those and other vital issues on either side? The awkward and somewhat embarrassing truth is, I feel spiritually lifted by America’s leadership in the strike against the Assad regime and his two “protectors,” Russia and Iran! Yes. Spiritually lifted. When’s…read more

Confessions of a 'Christian constitutionalist' After a recent column on “fake news,” someone sent me an email accusing me of propagating fake news by saying the Bible had anything to do with the founding of America. The email stated the common charge that the Constitution was the product of men of the Enlightenment, with Masonic influence as well. Unfortunately, this reader, like so many others, fails to understand the historical truth that the Bible played a unique role in helping to create the U.S. Constitution. The biblical concept of covenants gave rise to the Puritan-type…read more

Trump orders welfare fix, the left squeals It takes a lot of courage for a president to target almost a quarter of the federal budget for reform in an election year. But this is exactly what President Trump is doing with his executive order, “Reducing Poverty in America by Promoting Opportunity and Economic Mobility.” We’re now spending more than $700 billion per year on low-income assistance, which is more than we are spending on our national defense. And there are plenty of reasons to believe this spending is inefficient, wasteful and counterproductive. Over the last…read more

Matthew Mellon 'died from heart attack in rehab after taking Ayahuasca' Matthew Mellon, the ex-husband of Jimmy Choo guru Tamara Mellon, died of a heart attack after being 'given the hallucinogenic drug Ayahuasca in a Mexican rehab facility'. Full Storyread more

Ohio man cries as his step-daughter walks down the aisle Vanessa Bowers, 29, of Columbus, was married to her husband Brad last year with her step-father Michael Padula as their officiant. Full Storyread more

Trainer who has worked with Maria Sharapova shares exercise tips Auckland-born trainer, Kirsty Godso, who worked with Maria Sharapova, revealed the four things you need to think about if you want to get fit. The 29-year-old said you need to ditch dieting. Full Storyread more

Trump attorney Jay Sekulow also did work for Sean Hannity Jay Sekulow, who represents Trump as his personal attorney also has done work for Hannity, who has been revealed to be a secret client of Trump lawyer Michael Cohen. Full Storyread more

Paris to revoke Assad’s Legion of Honor, after bombing ‘tyrant’ holding France’s highest decoration Following its missile strike on Syria, Paris suddenly realized that Bashar Assad is still holding the country’s most prestigious Legion of Honor decoration, received in 2001 from Jacques Chirac, local media has revealed. Read Full Article at RT.com Full Storyread more

Gorsuch Sides With Libs, Nixes Law Requiring Mandatory Deportation Of 'Violent' Illegals President Trump's pick for the Supreme Court just sided with the liberals to hurry along the destruction of America. From CNN: The Supreme Court on Tuesday invalidated a provision of federal law that requires the mandatory deportation of immigra... Full Storyread more

Jennifer Riordan’s Family: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Jennifer Riordan has died following an incident on a Southwest flight, Riordan, a mother of two, was onboard Flight 1380 when the plane’s engine exploded, causing a window on the aircraft to blow out. Riordan had been sitting next to a window at the time of the explosion, and was partially sucked out of the plane, according to NBC Philadelphia. Passengers on the plane worked together to pull the 43-year-old woman back into the plane, but she later died from her injuries. The plane was…read more

The 1 man Trump should turn to for justice The most powerful position in the world has apparently become one of the weakest, with the spectacle of the office, home and even hotel room of President Trump’s own attorney being ransacked without warning. The shocking seizure by government of attorney Michael Cohen’s files, including attorney-client communications, happened because Robert Mueller’s runaway investigation wanted some dirt on Trump. Republicans in Congress stand silently by while this unfolds, with some even wanting to support this with special new legislation to protect Mueller’s wrecking crew. Fortunately, there is…read more

A mayor's most important job When World War II ended, Washington, D.C.’s population was about 900,000; today it’s about 700,000. In 1950, Baltimore’s population was almost 950,000; today it’s around 614,000. Detroit’s 1950 population was close to 1.85 million; today it’s down to 673,000. Camden, New Jersey’s 1950 population was nearly 125,000; today it has fallen to 77,000. St. Louis’ 1950 population was more than 856,000; today it’s less than 309,000. A similar story of population decline can be found in most of our formerly large and prosperous cities. In some cities, population declines since…read more

Media hypocrites accuse Hannity? Note: The follow is a transcript of Rush Limbaugh’s April 17 radio analysis of the recent story about Sean Hannity’s relationship with President Trump and attorney Michael Cohen. Let me tell you the truth about something. Every one of these Drive-By Media hypocrites that are going on and on and on about conflict of interest regarding Sean Hannity would be the first people to accept an up-close and personal relationship with Barack Obama any day of the week, Hillary Clinton any day of the week, and they wouldn’t have any problem…read more

Really? A 'bagel-cutting tax'? The cable bill was the last straw, says Kristin Tate. “That’s the one that really made me mad.” Comcast included $36 in charges for mysterious things like “utility tax” and “government access fee.” That motivated her to research obscure taxes and put what she learned in a new book, “How Do I Tax Thee? A Field Guide to the Great American Rip-Off.” Rip-off? Even limited government needs some taxes to fund basic functions. “Yes,” says Tate. “But politicians are cowards. Instead of creating a tax, they magically create these little fees…read more

Teflon Don could serve 3 terms (The Guardian) — The nightmare is almost over. Trump is going down! According to a widely shared New Yorker article, published on Sunday, we are “entering the last phase of the Trump presidency”. The article posits that the recent FBI raids on Michael Cohen, Trump’s lawyer and confidant, represent a significant turning point in the president’s political fortunes. It’s a comforting prognosis. However, I’m afraid it is wildly optimistic. While the president is clearly rattled by the Cohen raid, I’m not sure we are anywhere near the end of…read more

The tech giants must be stopped (American Conservative) — Editor’s Note: Bill Nitze, though a friend of TAC, is no conservative. Here, the lawyer and technology entrepreneur implores conservatives to join liberals and others who believe the emergence of huge tech “platform” companies poses a threat to individual liberty and must therefore be curtailed. But he goes further, describing the onslaught of technology that almost surely will transform the human experience. Many conservatives will recoil at some of his solutions, but the challenge is real and must be confronted by all of mankind. Conservatives constantly…read more

Ugandan president Yoweri Museveni says he wants to ban oral sex President Yoweri Museveni blamed ‘outsiders’ for trying to convince Ugandans to perform oral sex on one another - and said he was issuing a public ‘warning’ about it. Full Storyread more

Federal Court Rules Companies Can Be Sued For NOT Hiring Illegal Aliens American employers are not allowed to "discriminate" against illegal aliens because they don't have US citizenship or a green card, a federal court has ruled. From Judicial Watch: For the second time in a few years, a federal court has ruled that... Full Storyread more

Kingdom Hearts 3 E3 2018: What to Expect and Why Patience is a virtue. But not when it comes to waiting on Kingdom Hearts 3. Diehard fans have been waiting to get their hands on the next Square Enix/Disney crossover RPG ever since its reveal at E3 2013. A long wait was to be expected for the game’s eventual release, but it looks like we’re finally getting to the finish line. We now have a better understanding of Sora’s newest Keyblade transformations, the new Disney/Pixar worlds he’ll explore, and the gigantic bosses he’ll do battle…read more

Bill Cosby told police that he and Andrea Constand were 'romantic' Sergeant Richard Schaffer gave an account of a 2005 interview with Bill Cosby as he testified during the comedian's retrial in Norristown, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday. Full Storyread more

PHOTOS: Jennifer Riordan, Southwest Flight 1380 Victim Jennifer Riordan, a New Mexico mother who was on a business trip to New York City, was identified as the passenger who died after being partially sucked out of a window during a Southwest Flight 1380. FacebookJennifer Riordan with her family. Riordan’s death occurred after an engine blew on the plane, blowing out a window. Although she didn’t get pulled completely out of the plane, the 43-year-old business executive with Wells Fargo was horrifically killed in the tragedy. Riordan “was pulled out of the plane up to her…read more

Facebook: We're not only ones harvesting your data (DAILY MAIL) — Facebook wants users to know that it’s not the only one tracking their every move on the internet. The social media giant pointed a finger at Google, Amazon, Twitter and other platforms for using many of the same data collection practices that some privacy advocates are referring to as invasive. In a blog post published Monday, the firm described in depth all the ways it gathers information on you around the web — even if you’re not a Facebook member or are logged out…read more

Kylie Jenner mommy shamed for going to Coachella Kylie Jenner, 20, is being mommy shamed for up and leaving her newborn baby to go to Coachella, causing people to bash her parenting skills and neglecting her two-month-old child Stormi. Full Storyread more

‘Racist bully’ Ben Shapiro has perfect answer for woman who told him, ‘Don’t ever have kids’ As Twitchy reported earlier, a lot of people were less than sympathetic with a writer who told of how her woke daughter started crying at the dentist’s office because the dentist was “a boy” and the office didn’t have any “girl dentists.” My daughter started crying at the dentist office bc the dentist “is a boy” and the dentist said “sorry, there are no girl dentists at this office” & my daughter looked at me & said “why did…read more

Judicial Watch sues FBI over Comey book James Comey Washington watchdog Judicial Watch Tuesday filed a lawsuit against the FBI to obtain information about whether fired Director James Comey is getting special treatment from the agency he once headed. “James Comey illegally took and then leaked material from his FBI memos in order to get a special counsel appointed to target President Trump. And so now Judicial Watch is asking questions about whether James Comey is getting special treatment from the FBI to use these ill-gotten FBI documents in his book,” stated Judicial Watch President…read more

Pictured: Hero pilot who safely landed Southwest flight Tammie Jo Shults, a former Navy fighter pilot, quickly brought the Dallas-bound plane to land at Philadelphia International at 11am after the explosion at 32,000ft. Full Storyread more

Texas State student pens ‘racist nonsense’ about black conservative Antonia Okafor It takes some serious wokeness to denounce conservative “tokenism” by spewing racism, but SJWs are always up to the challenge. Texas State public relations senior Temi Ikudayisi seems to have a problem with black conservative and Second Amendment advocate Antonia Okafor being invited by the college’s Turning Point USA chapter to speak on campus, so Ikudayisi hiked up those SJW pants and banged out this piece of hot garbage for the University Star, Texas State’s “independent student newspaper”: When you are a student of…read more

Armenian ex-president Sargsyan elected PM amid mass opposition protests Thousands of people rallied in Armenia, blocking government offices and roads and vowing to bring about a ‘velvet revolution,’ following the appointment of former President Serzh Sargsyan as the country’s new prime minister. Read Full Article at RT.com Full Storyread more

Holly Hylton: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Holly Hylton. A video of two black men being taken out of a Philadelphia Starbucks in handcuffs April 12 went viral and caused a social media firestorm, with police saying they “did absolutely nothing wrong.” #BoycottStartucks has begun to trend on Twitter after @missydepino filmed the scene and published it via a tweet April 12, where it already garnered over 10 million views at the time of publishing. Holly Hylton has been identified as the store manager who made the decision to call 911 on the…read more

‘The Challenge: Champs vs Stars’ Season 3 Live Stream: How to Watch Online Without Cable Arian Foster, Daniel “Boobie” Gibson, Brooke Hogan and others join the cast for the third season of The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars, which premieres on Tuesday, April 17, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. As in previous seasons, the competition will be an eight-week event. If you don’t have cable or can’t get to a TV, you can watch MTV on your computer, phone or streaming device by signing up for one of the following cable-free, live-TV streaming services. They cost a…read more

Never-Trump Aides Run Donald Trump’s Outreach to Congress President Donald Trump has just pushed a never-Trump advisor out of the Vice President's office, but he is still relying on a trio of establishment or never-Trump aides who failed to get immigration reforms or border-wall funding from Congress in 2017 and 2018. Full Storyread more

250 priests arrive for Vatican exorcism course (BBC) — The Vatican has opened its doors for its annual exorcism course amid increasing demand among some of the world’s Catholic communities. As many as 250 priests from 50 countries have arrived in Rome to learn how to identify demonic possession, to hear personal accounts from other priests and to find out more about the rituals behind expelling demons. Exorcism remains controversial, in part due to its depiction in popular culture and horror films. But there have also been some cases of abuse linked to exorcisms in…read more

Fox News standing by Sean Hannity (POLITICAL INSIDER) — Fox News has finally issued a statement on the alleged business relationship host Sean Hannity had with attorney Michael Cohen, who just so happens to be President Trump’s personal lawyer and fixer. Yesterday we learned that Michael Cohen considered Hannity a client after a judge forced Trump’s attorney to reveal his list of clients. This initially sparked a great deal of speculation. Many thought Hannity employed Cohen to shut someone up, as Cohen is well known for making hush-money payments. It turns out that was all…read more

Kudlow on Haley & Russian sanctions: 'She's got ahead of the curve' Kudlow told reporters during a Palm Beach briefing that Haley has 'done a great job' and is 'very effective' at the United Nations, but she may have been confused about Russian sanctions. Full Storyread more

San Diego County supervisors vote to support lawsuit against California’s sanctuary law The Associated Press is reporting Tuesday that the San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 3-1 to support a Trump administration lawsuit against California’s “sanctuary state” law that limits police cooperation with federal immigration agents. San Diego County supervisors vote to support Trump administration lawsuit against California's so-called sanctuary law. https://t.co/P2Ry9wm5ic — The Associated Press (@AP) April 17, 2018 The AP reports that San Diego County’s vote follows a 4-1 vote by the Los Alamitos City Council to enact an ordinance exempting the city…read more

‘You people are HACKS’! You’ll NEVER guess how Politico spun IRS website fail (except you TOTALLY will) As Twitchy told you earlier, the IRS’ website went down in spectacular fashion. On Tax Day, of course. They deserve every kick and punch of the beating that they’re getting. But Politico seems to think people are being too hard on them. Well, not people, per se … just Republicans: IRS filing system crashed on last day of tax season, and some Republicans jumped on the glitch as an example of incompetence at the agency https://t.co/we1J4s5sCm pic.twitter.com/FwMmgnX1nX —…read more

Moscow slams western media ‘disinformation campaign’ about OPCW experts being denied entry to Douma Western media are waging an “unscrupulous disinformation campaign” by claiming Moscow and Damascus are “blocking” OPCW inspectors from accessing the site of an alleged chemical attack in Douma, the Russian Foreign Ministry said. Read Full Article at RT.com Full Storyread more

Jennifer Riordan, Southwest Victim: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Jennifer Riordan, a New Mexico woman with a long history of volunteerism, was identified as the passenger who died on Southwest Flight 1380 after a harrowing tragedy unfolded when an engine exploded and blew out a window. It’s not yet clear whether Riordan was the same passenger who was partially sucked out a window, however. KOAT-TV identified the deceased passenger as Riordan, of Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was 43-years-old and a married mother of two children. Passengers have given terrifying accounts of what happened…read more

NFL Odds 2018: Tom Brady Is Betting Favorite to Win MVP Are you ready for some football? The NFL regular season doesn’t begin until September 6, but there will be plenty of football in the news the next couple of weeks with the full 2018 schedule release imminent and the draft beginning on April 26 from Dallas. Plus, oddsmakers don’t need to wait for a schedule to release early 2018 NFL MVP odds, and the betting favorite at sportsbooks monitored by OddsShark.com as of now is no surprise: New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady at…read more

Donald Trump: America’s economy is back and roaring and its people are winning 'Paychecks are climbing. Tax rates are going down. Businesses are investing in our great country. And most important, Americans are winning' Full Storyread more

Dislike of Mueller grows as more people learn about him Peter Strzok, Robert Mueller The job, responsibilities and duties of a special counsel appointed by the FBI likely weren’t at the top of the conversation list for many Americans when Robert Mueller was handed the job of looking into claims of “collusion” with the Russians by the Trump campaign. So not many people had a strong opinion. Now we know the information that triggered that appointment likely came from a political opposition research operation funded by Hillary Clinton. And a new poll shows the more…read more

Bad eggs Regarding “FBI agents quit over acrimony from DOJ, report says”: The DOJ Obama and Holder stuffed with lackeys is off the rails. Public respect for the corrupt U.S. Justice Department is sinking faster than the Titanic. Clean up required stat! Rub a dub dub Three scoundrels in a tub And who do you think they be? Weissman Mueller Rosenstein Turn them out, bad eggs all three! Jon Simmons Full Storyread more

NY pulls statue of doctor who tested on black women without anesthesia Through his torturous techniques, Dr James Marion Sims invented the speculum, which is still used by gynecologists. His statue will be moved to his grave in Brooklyn, rather than being destroyed. Full Storyread more

Throat=PUNCHED: James Woods puts a hurtin’ on John Brennan for trying to DUNK on Trump If you recall, John Brennan was having a serious hissy fit about one of Donald Trump’s tweets at the beginning of this month. Well, he had a couple of hissy fits this month, but the big one was at the beginning of the month. Over this tweet. “Still Rising: Rasmussen Poll Shows Donald Trump Approval Ratings Now at 51 Percent” https://t.co/q80PaE0gQo — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 4, 2018 Gosh, you’d think such a menial and harmless tweet from Trump…read more

Lawrence, Kansas police win Twitter with this take on 420 Day You might know that this Friday, April 20, is 420 Day, the day when cannabis culture is celebrated with consumption of marijuana at 4:20 p.m. (for those who can wait that long). Marijuana is now legal in some states, but the police in Lawrence, Kansas, issued this timely reminder: This feels like an appropriate time of year to remind our followers (again) that if you sell weed out of your apartment, you're gonna get robbed at gunpoint. When you call 911, just say they…read more

Longtime GOP congressman calling it quits (FOX NEWS) — Longtime Pennsylvania Rep. Charlie Dent announced in April that he would resign from Congress “in the coming weeks” instead of serving out the rest of his term in Congress. The Republican said last year that he planned to retire from Congress in 2018 instead of seeking re-election. Dent, who has served in Congress since 2005, said on April 17 that he decided “to leave Congress in the coming weeks” after discussions with family members. Full Storyread more

Get HELP! Rosie O’Donnell is still OBSESSED with Sarah Huckabee Sanders [pic] In these trying times, it’s good to know there are still some things we can always count on. Like Rosie O’Donnell’s weird obsession with Sarah Huckabee Sanders. Here’s what she tweeted today: pic.twitter.com/SQ12StXWTr — ROSIE (@Rosie) April 17, 2018 Classy as always. @PressSec truly is the big mean girl who sat at the back of the school bus and terrorized everyone in middle school. — Marcelo Estrada (@MarceloE68) April 17, 2018 Actually, that sounds much more like Rosie. Well, in any event, this…read more

Facebook, Twitter may be forced to register as ‘foreign influence agents’ under new Aussie law Facebook, Twitter and other social networks, as well as their users, may be forced to register as foreign influence agents in Australia due to the lack of clarity in the new legislation, the country’s Labor Party warned. Read Full Article at RT.com Full Storyread more

U.S. citizenship revoked after green cards for FAKE family (DAILY CALLER) — A federal judge has revoked the U.S. citizenship of a naturalized Somali immigrant who fraudulently sponsored four of her countrymen for green cards, the Department of Justice announced Tuesday. Judge Susan Richard Nelson of the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota entered an order to cancel the naturalization certificate of Fosia Abdi Adan, 51, who immigrated to the U.S. in 2001 through the diversity visa lottery program. Adan is alleged to have used her diversity visa to petition for green cards…read more

‘Thanks for the tip’! David Hogg reveals which companies will get a boost from his new ‘boycott’ David Hogg has long since worn out his welcome, but since he teased a new boycott campaign yesterday, we feel it’s our duty to not leave you hanging. This afternoon, he revealed his next targets: .@blackrock and @Vanguard_Group are two of the biggest investors in gun manufacturers; if you use them, feel free to let them know. Thanks — David Hogg (@davidhogg111) April 17, 2018 #BoycottVanguard #BoycottBlackrock — David Hogg (@davidhogg111) April 17, 2018 More info, feel free…read more

San Francisco visitor's bureau head begs city officials to clean up the streets The head of San Francisco's visitor's bureau is begging city official to clean up the streets, which are allegedly rampant drug users and their paraphernalia, human excrement and more. Full Storyread more

Dick's Sporting Goods will destroy unsold firearms after Parkland Dick's Sporting Goods have revealed that are destroying all unsold firearms that were pulled from the shelves in the wake of the Parkland shooting massacre on February 14. Full Storyread more

Wait, Wait… No, Sadly, Carl Kasell Has Died The legendary radio broadcaster, Carl Kasell died Tuesday owing to complications of Alzheimer’s disease, NPR reports. Kasell was 84. “Every weekday for more than three decades, his baritone steadied our mornings. Even in moments of chaos and crisis, Carl Kasell brought unflappable authority to the news. But behind that hid a lively sense of humor, revealed to listeners late in his career, when he became the beloved judge and official scorekeeper for Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! NPR’s news quiz show,” NPR reported on the loss of…read more

Family Research Council put in crosshairs Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council. The Family Research Council has been in the crosshairs of the culture-change advocates who insist on promoting homosexuality, transgenderism and such in the past. Literally, the crosshairs. Or at least gun sights. It happened a few years ago when a homosexual activist, Floyd Corkins, got information from the Southern Poverty Law Center about those groups that don’t support homosexuality – the FRC qualifies on that count – and he took a gun and went to the operation’s Washington headquarters. He explained…read more

Charles C.W. Cooke SCHOOLS Ian Millhiser on Gorsuch (and fires off PERFECT parting shot!) ThinkProgress “justice editor” Ian Millhiser isn’t the kind of guy to learn from his mistakes. Which sucks for him, because today, once again, he forgot to check himself before he wrecked himself. As Twitchy told you earlier, Neil Gorsuch joined his liberal SCOTUS colleagues and cast the deciding vote in a decision regarding an illegal immigrant facing deportation. We have our first decision where Gorsuch crossed over to vote with the liberals. Not especially surprising, as his vote looks consistent with…read more

Top 10 Best Non-Classic Movies to Watch High as a Kite It’s time to get baked and watch something fantastic. To be honest, most lists of movies to watch high are the same. There’s at least one Cheech and Chong, there are a bunch of classics, maybe the Big Lebowski, and definitely Pineapple Express. Well, I’m sick of reading those lists, too, which is why I’ve compiled a list of the best movies to watch when high that aren’t traditional stoner movies. Instead, you’ll be reading about awesome movies you’ve probably heard of, but might…read more

Dow rallies more than 200 points (CNBC) — Stocks closed sharply higher on Tuesday as investor sentiment was boosted by strong results from some of the biggest U.S. companies. The Dow Jones industrial average rose 213.59 points to 24,786.63, with UnitedHealth helping lead the index higher. The S&P 500 gained 1.1 percent to 2,706.38, as consumer discretionary and tech gained 1.9 percent and 2 percent, respectively. The Nasdaq composite advanced 1.7 percent to 7,281.10 as shares of Netflix jumped 9.2 percent to a record high. Full Storyread more

Medical marijuana set to be legalized in Utah and Oklahoma this year As supporters work to get medical marijuana proposals on 2018 ballots, polls have revealed that 77 percent of voters in Utah and 62 percent in Oklahoma support legalizing the drug. Full Storyread more

Facebook calls out Google, Amazon and Twitter for also harvesting user data In a recent blog post, the firm described in depth all the ways it gathers information on you around the web -- even if you're not a Facebook member or are logged out of your account. Full Storyread more

University of Portland tennis player booted from team over banquet speech Senior University of Portland tennis player was kicked off the team after he gave an offensive co-ed sports banquet speech detailing his sexual pursuits on Sunday. Full Storyread more

Ouch: Ann Coulter’s slam on Nikki Haley backfires bigly We’re not sure why or how Ann Coulter only today stumbled upon this April 13th tweet by Michael Tracey: It'll take a truly Herculean effort at this point to continue arguing that Putin surreptitiously controls U.S. foreign policy, but make no mistake — Democrats will try their mightiest — Michael Tracey (@mtracey) April 14, 2018 We’re also not sure why or how Coulter thought this was a clever response: Better Putin than Nikki Haley. https://t.co/aHyCmIEuWj — Ann Coulter (@AnnCoulter) April 17, 2018 Even Trump’s most harsh…read more

Take a SEAT! S.E. Cupp puts John Cusack in his place with just 1 tweet and it’s GLORIOUS John Cusack is strange. Ok, so we all knew that from his behavior over the years, but this tweet about S.E. Cupp comes off as … well, creepy weird. We realize he was trying to impress his followers for taking on the big, mean Conservative woman but c’mon man: Sad uniformed cowardly conservative neo con house organ apologist for trump ( as soon as he starts killing ) @secupp won’t follow me- maybe blocked me – I’m…read more

LISTEN: Audio of Southwest Airlines Pilot After Engine Failure on Flight 1380 Southwest Airlines Flight 1380 suffered engine failure today on a flight from La Guardia to Dallas Love, forcing the pilot to make an emergency landing in Philadelphia. Passengers were terrified that they might be facing their last moments. Parts of the engine hit the plane’s windows, and passengers reported that one woman was almost sucked out of a window, but several passengers pulled her back in and saved her. You can listen to 30 minutes of audio between the Southwest Airlines pilot and…read more

WATCH: Flyers Sean Couturier Suffers Nasty Fall During Practice #BREAKING Our @6abc video of @NHLFlyers star Sean Couturier going DOWN at practice today after colliding with Radko Gudas. He limps off with the trainer. Claude Giroux told me "it didn't look good." So far no update from the #Flyers #NHLPlayoffs2018 #EarnTomorrow pic.twitter.com/SlfplFKjUd — Jamie Apody (@JamieApody) April 17, 2018 Sean Couturier took a nasty fall during practice on Tuesday, April 17. After colliding with his teammate Radko Gudas, Couturier had a hard time getting back up on his feet. While it initially looked like Couturier…read more

Illegal hits motorcyclist, accelerates and crushes man to death Luis Velasquez-Ortiz, 42, was charged in the hit-and-run death of a motorcyclist in Omaha, Nebraska (Photo: Omaha Police Department) An illegal immigrant from Guatemala – who has prior felony convictions for driving under the influence and possession of a controlled substance – is accused of hitting a motorcyclist in Omaha, Nebraska, with his vehicle, accelerating over him and then crushing the man to death as he fled the scene. Luis Velasquez-Ortiz, 42, was charged on April 11 in the hit-and-run death of Juan J. Moreno-Tamayo, a 31-year-old motorcyclist…read more

It's judge in Cohen case who's grabbing headlines Judge Kimba Wood in 1994 The judge who’s hearing the Michael Cohen case in New York undoubtedly will be in the middle of arguments over payments for sex, confidentiality, what records may be the president’s private papers, a stripper who is demanding to be released from a nondisclosure agreement over sex, and much more. But somehow, it’s Judge Kimba Wood who’s grabbing the headlines herself. Take Tuesday’s list that included, “Cohen case to be heard by Judge Kimba Wood – aka the ‘Love judge,'” “Kimba Wood:…read more

Clinton aide Huma Abedin wears figure-hugging dress Anna Wintour party The 41-year-old was seen heading into the party at Wintour's house on Monday. She wore an emerald green off-the-shoulder dress and held hands with Sienna Miller. Full Storyread more

CNN’s Brian Stelter decodes Tucker Carlson’s REAL message on Russia probe for those who didn’t get it Fox News can credit its high ratings in part to the folks at CNN, who seem pretty obsessed with keeping an eye on the competition. On Monday night, CNN’s senior media correspondent Brian Stelter happened to catch Tucker Carlson’s show on Fox News, and he claims to have uncovered Carlson’s “real message,” as if it were some sort of secret code only Fox News viewers could decipher with their decoder rings. Tucker defending Hannity: "He's not under investigation…read more

After visiting Douma, western media begin to question ‘gas attack’ narrative After speaking with eyewitnesses on the ground in Syria, even mainstream media are beginning to cast doubt on the West’s narrative of an alleged gas attack in Douma, as medics tell French, German and UK media it never happened. Read Full Article at RT.com Full Storyread more

Fox News defies calls to suspend Sean Hannity for secret link to Michael Cohen Fox News says Hannity has its 'full support' despite calls for him to be taken off the air for never disclosing to viewers that he used Michael Cohen for legal advice while attacking the raid on the Trump lawyer. Full Storyread more

FAKE NEWS! Who does Politico think they’re KIDDING with this profile of Jennifer Rubin? Anyone up for a riddle? What do you call a conservative that everyone on the left considers a conservative but no one on the right does? — Frank J. Fleming (@IMAO_) April 17, 2018 Politico has the answer: Jennifer Rubin has become a leading voice for a group of conservative intellectuals who don’t fit comfortably in either political party—and sees the party she left behind as “immoral” and “anti-American.” https://t.co/AAyzEh57vq via @POLITICOMag pic.twitter.com/4KgcVN4QjY — POLITICO (@politico) April 17, 2018 Jennifer Rubin?…read more

Stormy's sketch of 'Trump harasser' looks like ... Tom Brady? Sketch of Stormy Daniels’ alleged harasser (left) and NFL superstar Tom Brady (right) (Photo: Twitter) Porn star Stormy Daniels has released a sketch of the man she claims threatened her to stay quiet about her alleged relationship with President Trump – and the man bears a striking resemblance to New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. Of course, there’s no real indication Brady is the man in the sketch, but social-media users are convinced the sketch looks just like the NFL superstar. “It’s all coming together,” tweeted…read more

Cuba mystery illness: Canada pulls diplomat families (SKY NEWS) — Canada is removing diplomats’ family members from its Cuban embassy over a mystery illness – amid fears some could be suffering from a new type of “acquired brain injury”. The embassy will now be designated an unaccompanied post, meaning diplomats will have to live there alone. The post in Havana will now rank alongside those in Iraq and Afghanistan as being too dangerous for diplomats’ loved ones. Full Storyread more

George Fay who raped a student is jailed for 10 years George Fay, 23, was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Tuesday after he was found guilty of raping a university student as she slept at a luxury Manhattan apartment. Full Storyread more

One dead in Southwest Airlines flight horror The plane had not long departed from LaGuardia Airport in New York City when it was forced to land at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday morning. Full Storyread more

Tammie Jo Shults, Pilot of Southwest Flight 1380: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Tammie Jo Shults is the pilot who bravely flew Southwest Flight 1380 to safety after part of its left engine ripped off, damaging a window and nearly sucking a woman out of the plane. The flight was en route to Dallas Love airport from New York City, and had to make an emergency landing in Philadelphia. Shults kept her cool during an incredibly intense situation, while many passengers posted on social media that they were scared these were their last…read more

Dick's Sporting Goods will destroy unsold firearms after Parkland shooting Dick's Sporting Goods have revealed that are destroying all unsold firearms that were pulled from the shelves in the wake of the Parkland shooting massacre on February 14. Full Storyread more

Daughter of San Francisco Witch Killers was beaten and starved The daughter of a notorious serial killer has spoken out about the agony of growing up with his infamy, her mental health struggles and how she attempted suicide aged just 10. Full Storyread more

Woman who tried to live on Scottish island for 40 days calls for help Emergency crews were forced to rescue her after she fell and injured herself on the Shiant Isles, about five miles south-east of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Full Storyread more

Top 10 Best Chicken Feeders: Which Is Right for Your Flock? You’ve made the decision to get chickens: Now what? When starting your own flock, there are so many factors to consider which will affect the health and happiness of your birds and in turn, their egg or meat production. It is important to start off on the right foot with all of the proper equipment so tha tyou can guarantee success and avoid months or even years of frustration. Things to consider include the number of birds, coop design, what breed to get, what…read more

Did an extinct civilisation pre-date mankind on Earth? Scientists say signs would be 'easy to miss' Professor Adam Frank of the University of Rochester teamed up with fellow physicist Gavin Schmidt, director of Nasa's Goddard Institute for Space Studies in New York, for a new study (stock image). Full Storyread more

THERE IT IS: Fox News speaks out on Sean Hannity’s relationship with Michael Cohen A lot of people were wondering if the revelation about Sean Hannity’s relationship with Trump lawyer Michael Cohen caught Fox News off-guard. It appears that it did … but the network is standing behind Hannity anyway: "While FOX News was unaware of Sean Hannity's informal relationship with Michael Cohen and was surprised by the announcement in court yesterday, we have reviewed the matter and spoken to Sean and he continues to have our full support." – FOX News — Brian Flood…read more

‘I’m the equal of Putin,’ Macron tells journalists over a drink France’s Emmanuel Macron said he considers himself an equal to Russia’s Vladimir Putin and that the strike on Syria was meant to show he was “part of this,” journalists who interviewed the French leader have revealed. Read Full Article at RT.com Full Storyread more

Woman 'who tried to live alone on Scottish island for 40 days' was forced to call for help Emergency crews were forced to rescue her after she fell and injured herself on the Shiant Isles, about five miles south-east of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Full Storyread more

Eccentric tea room owner reveals the right way to drink tea Lady Nadine, owner of Gloucs tea room Aunt Martha's, reveals the correct way to take tea according to etiquette rules. She says you should always add milk last and to take a cup to the teapot. Full Storyread more

Trump camp fear Cohen could flip on the president Cohen tweeted on April 8 that he 'will always protect our @POTUS,' But that was a day before the FBI came knocking. Now a potentially history-altering decision could be ahead for the Trump fixer. Full Storyread more

‘No sympathy AT ALL’! Starbucks keeps BECLOWNING itself with new plan to combat ‘racial bias’ The Left frequently eat themselves, but sometimes, they need something wash it down with. This Starbucks controversy is evidence that even if you bend over backwards to champion trendy liberal causes for decades, all it takes is one of your 200,000 employees to act poorly for the visceral outrage machine to turn on you anyway — Alex Griswold (@HashtagGriswold) April 17, 2018 The manager of a Philadelphia Starbucks who called the cops on two black men has already been fired.…read more

Starbucks closing all stores for racial-bias education day (CNBC) — Starbucks said Tuesday it will be closing all of its company-owned restaurants in the U.S. during the afternoon of May 29 to conduct a racial-bias education program. “I’ve spent the last few days in Philadelphia with my leadership team listening to the community, learning what we did wrong and the steps we need to take to fix it,” Kevin Johnson, CEO of Starbucks, said in a statement Tuesday. “While this is not limited to Starbucks, we’re committed to being a part of the solution. Closing…read more

Illegal immigrant is charged in hit and run death of a motorcyclist Luis Velasquez-Ortiz, 42, faced court on Monday in Omaha where a judge set his bond at $2 million after deeming him to be a flight risk. Full Storyread more

REALLY wanna go there? Mean Girl Brian Stelter’s Fox News obsession reaches ‘height of asshattery’ Brian. Fox News just isn’t that into you. Move on. We knew Brian’s frothing would be at an all-time high after the news broke about Sean Hannity being the third person Cohen was protecting yesterday, but this is pretty catty and petty even for him. Which is saying a lot Sullivan's lead: "Does Fox News deserve the second part of its name? Does it deserve to call itself a news organization?" https://t.co/9eDTBvLDFL — Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) April 17, 2018 Awww,…read more

Facebook Could Face Billions in Fines over Facial Recognition Features Facebook could reportedly face billions of dollars in fines over their facial recognition features due to an Illinois law relating to the collection of biometric data. Full Storyread more

Backfire: Plurality Now Want James Comey Prosecuted for Leaks The latest polling from Rasmussen Reports (one of the most reliable in 2016) shows a huge slide in support for James Comey, the disgraced former head of the FBI. A plurality of 46 percent now want to see him prosecuted for leaking to the media. Full Storyread more

Clinton Advisers Sound Off on Comey Book Tour: ‘He’s Now Lying’ The release of former FBI Director James Comey's memoir has opened old wounds with some of the Clinton family's advisers, who blamed Comey for President Trump winning the presidency in 2016. Full Storyread more

Pollak: Gorsuch’s Ruling in Immigration Case is Solid Conservative Originalism Agree or disagree, Justice Gorsuch's opinion in Dimaya is actually a conservative one, based on an originalist reading of the Constitution. Full Storyread more

GULP: Katie Pavlich just uncovered a MAJOR TSA security issue at Reagan National Townhall’s Katie Pavlich just stumbled upon a major TSA security issue at Reagan National airport in D.C. According to Katie, TSA agents are reusing the swabs used to detect explosives on passengers: A TSA agent just swabbed my hands for explosives…with the same swab she used on the person in front of me…when I questioned why she was using a swab that was just used on a different person, she said if I wanted a clean one to ask ahead of time…read more

Theologian warns of demons behind mediums (THE TABLET) — Easy access to black magic and Satanism via the Internet has led to an increase in demand for exorcisms, delegates at an annual course on exorcism at the Vatican have heard. More than 250 people from 50 countries arrived in Rome on Monday to attend a week-long course “Exorcism and Prayer of Liberation” at the Catholic university, Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum, in Rome. Father Anthony Barratt, a British priest who is based in Albany, New York State said that demand for the rite is growing. “I…read more

‘Heal THYSELF’! Chuck Todd cries foul over FNC and Hannity, trips over HIS OWN hypocrisy As Twitchy told you yesterday, Sean Hannity’s apparent failure to disclose his shady relationship with Trump lawyer Michael Cohen may represent a conflict of interest. Hannity had Cohen on his Fox News show several times and also used his show as a platform to defend Cohen from critics and after the FBI raided his office. The possibility that there’s a conflict of interest is certainly a valid concern, but it rings a little hollow coming from certain members of the…read more

Statue of ‘father of gynecology’ who performed experiments on slaves moved from Central Park to Brooklyn A statue honoring J. Marion Sims, often referred to as the “father of gynecology,” was removed today after it was revealed that he performed medical experiments on slaves: New York City has removed a statue of J. Marion Sims, a 19th-century surgeon who was once considered a pioneer in gynecology until it was revealed that he performed experiments on female slaves, from Central Park. pic.twitter.com/BIUCiCRCUs — NBC News (@NBCNews) April 17, 2018 The NYC Public Advocate cheered the statue’s…read more

The Importance Of Keeping Shadowproof Afloat We kicked off 2018 with excellent freelance reporting thanks to donations from readers like you. Journalists covered teacher and fast food worker strikes, published a trove of documents on government surveillance of Antifa, examined upcoming district attorney elections and single-payer proposals, and more for Shadowproof. Eoin Higgins, a journalist who recently published with us, said working with Shadowproof “helped me to tell a story that needed to be told about underreported corruption in Massachusetts jails. Without their support, the piece would probably not have been written. I can’t stress…read more

Top 10 Best Foot Spas & Baths of 2018: Your Easy Buying Guide According to some studies, around half of all jobs keep people on their feet for the majority of their work day. This kind of prolonged standing or walking can cause pain, swelling, inflammation, reduced circulation, and medical conditions like plantar fasciitis. That’s a lot of sore, tired feet. Foot massage has long been known to have all these benefits along with increasing circulation and stimulating muscles to reduce tension. Taking time to pamper your weary feet can relieve pain, reduce stress, and…read more

Supremes hand Trump a loss on immigration (AP) — WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court said Tuesday that part of a federal law that makes it easier to deport immigrants who have been convicted of crimes is too vague to be enforced. The court’s 5-4 decision — an unusual alignment in which new Justice Neil Gorsuch joined the four liberal justices — concerns a catchall provision of immigration law that defines what makes a crime violent. Conviction for a crime of violence makes deportation “a virtual certainty” for an immigrant, no matter how long he has…read more

DAAAMN! David Limbaugh described Comey in just 3 little words but they will DEFINITELY leave a mark David Limbaugh seems less than impressed with James Comey or his book. .@DavidLimbaugh: #Comey, 'Gossipy Little Girl,' Should 'Be Ashamed' of Book, via @seanhannity https://t.co/ZT2GZsp0Tk — FoxNewsInsider (@FoxNewsInsider) April 17, 2018 Ha! From Fox News: Limbaugh, the younger brother of radio host Rush Limbaugh, said he gave Comey “every benefit of the doubt” until he heard his interview with Stephanopoulos. “He thinks of himself as a moral paragon,” Limbaugh said. “[But] he’s like a gossipy little girl.” A…read more

Woman Partially Sucked Out of Southwest Plane: Reports Passengers have given terrifying accounts of what happened on a Southwest plane flying from New York to Dallas before it made an emergency landing in Philadelphia. You can read various passenger accounts below and see photos and videos of the incident. Facebook Live videos and photos from passengers capture the horror inside Southwest Flight 1380 after, one report says, a woman was nearly sucked out of the plane. Some passengers reported that they thought they were going to die – and one posted a Facebook Live video…read more

IRS online filing system crashes ... on deadline day “A number” of systems used by the Internal Revenue Service that allow taxpayers to file required forms and payments crashed – on the day that those documents were due. A Fox affiliate in Denver, KDVR, reported the IRS said in a statement, “Currently, certain IRS systems are experiencing technical difficulties. Taxpayers should continue filing their tax returns as they normally would.” The Washington Post quoted IRS Acting Commissioner David Kautter, who was talking with lawmakers at an IRS oversight hearing Tuesday, “On my way over here…read more

Woman partially sucked out of Southwest Airlines jet Southwest Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Philadelphia on April 17 (Photo: Screenshot) A female passenger aboard a Southwest Airlines flight was partially sucked out of her plane Tuesday after a window was shattered by a chunk of the jet’s engine, according to several reports. The flight landed safely in Philadelphia after the incident, according to NBC 10 in Philadelphia. It was originally headed from New York to Dallas. Todd Baur, a passenger on the flight, told the news station: “One passenger, a woman, was partially … was drawn out towards…read more

Russian reporter who investigated deaths of mercenaries in Syria dies Maksim Borodin fell from his flat in Yekaterinburg on Thursday and died in hospital on Sunday. His death is not being treated as suspicious but his editor has said he had no reason to kill himself. Full Storyread more

NBC's Chuck Todd: Fox News must act on 'conflicted' Sean Hannity Meet the Press anchor Chuck Todd questioned Fox News star Sean Hannity's integrity saying he should not be allowed to cover the Michael Cohen story because he secretly used the attorney. Full Storyread more

‘WINNING!’ Looks like the IRS is working EXTRA-hard to screw you over this Tax Day Happy Tax Day, everybody! Frick, I hate the IRS. #TaxDay — Michelle Ray (@GaltsGirl) April 17, 2018 And as if the IRS weren’t enough of a steaming pile of fail, now comes this: Just in time for tax day: the IRS website to make payments is down. https://t.co/FTrXVKCA9p — The Associated Press (@AP) April 17, 2018 Because of course. The most IRS thing possible https://t.co/tuw3X7tq3y — Actually, Quite a Dignified M’Fin Pickle (@sunnyright) April 17, 2018 Good afternoon, morons who…read more

Feds taxed, borrowed $4.47 trillion since last tax day (CNSNEWS) — The federal government has taxed and borrowed $4,474,356,967,081 since Tax Day 2017, according to statements published by the U.S. Treasury. That $4,474,356,967,081 in taxing and borrowing equals approximately $13,737 for each of the 325,719,178 people living in the United States as of July 2017. Full Storyread more

Trump's Supreme Court justice Neil Gorsuch helps vote down immigration law Donald Trump's Supreme Court justice, Neil Gorsuch, voted to strike down parts of a law designed to deport immigrants who commit felons in an unexpected blow to the president. Full Storyread more

Southwest Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Philadelphia The plane had not long departed from LaGuardia Airport in New York City when it was forced to land at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday morning. Full Storyread more

Amal Clooney bares tiny waist in corset at Anna Wintour party in NYC She welcomed twins Ella and Alexander in June 2017 with her husband George Clooney. And 10 months later, Amal Clooney flaunted her post baby body in a superhero inspired corset for a bash. Full Storyread more

Radiohead stop Argentina gig over fears fans would be crushed The British alternative rock band stopped the gig after a safety rail broke at the Tecnopolis park in the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and frontman Tom Yorke sang solo until it was fixed. Full Storyread more

Golden Retriever spooked by inflatable flamingo in adorable video A quick clip shows a Golden Retriever walking up to an inflatable flamingo and quickly getting spooked by the pink float. Video appears to be filmed in the US but is unknown. Full Storyread more

NASA's Orion capsule will contain over 100 3D-printed parts More than 100 parts for NASA's deep-space capsule Orion will be made by 3D printers, using technology that experts say will eventually become key to efforts to send humans to Mars. Full Storyread more

Semper Fidelis, Gunny! U.S. Marines honors R. Lee Ermey … now SOUND OFF like you got a pair R. Lee Ermey passed away on Sunday, April 15 at the age of 74 and the loss was felt all across social media and the world. Ermey was more than the Sergeant who yelled at Pyle or the coach who helped save Silverman … he was a vet and a voice for the brave men and women who serve this country. The United States Marines shared this video to honor his passing (get a tissue): Gunnery Sgt. R.…read more

‘WHAT A WOMAN!’ Here’s proof that Barbara Bush is STILL a total ‘BADASS’ Barbara Bush’s health may be failing, but that’s no reason for her not to enjoy the time she’s got left. And from the sound of things, she’s enjoying the hell out of it: A source close to the Bush family tells CBS News' Jenna Gibson that, while Mrs. Bush's COPD makes it difficult for her to breathe, she is alert and was having conversations last night. She was also having a bourbon. — Katie Watson (@kathrynw5) April 17, 2018 Is that perfect,…read more

Southwest Flight 1380 Facebook Live Videos & Plane Photos Facebook Live videos and photos from passengers capture the terrifying moments inside Southwest Flight 1380 after a woman was nearly sucked out of the plane, and it made an emergency landing. According to NBC 10, “the jet violently depressurized when a piece of an engine flew into and broke a window” and “a female passenger was partially sucked out of the plane when the window imploded.” That account came from the father of a passenger. If this ends up being the opening scene to Final Destination…read more

IRS E-file & Direct Pay Down: What Happened & Alternatives The IRS E-file system is down and the tax agency’s website and Direct Pay system are experiencing difficulties, causing delays for individuals and tax professionals trying to file their tax forms today. Efiling is experiencing quite a few problems, and many people may have to print their taxes and mail them at the local post office instead, if the problems are not resolved soon. There’s always a chance that the IRS might issue an extension if the problem isn’t resolved, but you shouldn’t rely on…read more